Senior Legal

GKM Search is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy founded by Graham Manley, focusing on the recruitment of Partners and ambitious Pre-Partners across the North of England. With over 20 years of experience in the legal recruitment sector and a background as a commercial real estate solicitor, Graham Manley brings deep expertise and an extensive network of contacts at the highest level within the regional legal market. GKM Search operates with the utmost discretion, ensuring the highest level of confidentiality for all placements and negotiations.

The company specialises in legal recruitment, with particular expertise in brokering complex and high-profile moves across the region for partners, teams, and practice groups. Graham Manley is recognised as one of the few recruiters in the North who truly understands the dynamics of the local legal market. Beyond traditional recruitment, GKM Search is also skilled in fronting merger negotiations on behalf of law firms, providing strategic advisory support alongside placement services.

GKM Search operates throughout the North of England, leveraging Graham Manley's deep knowledge of the regional market and his extensive network of contacts at the highest level within the legal profession. Clients choose GKM Search for its specialist focus, discretion, and proven track record of successfully executing complex legal moves and negotiations. The company aims to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours, ensuring responsive and professional service.